Paul McCobb Seating
American, 1917-1969
The single aesthetic attribute of vintage Paul McCobb furniture is that the designer completely forsook ornament — his pieces have no flourishes. And yet, because they are honest — McCobb’s chairs, desks and dining tables are made of solid wood, usually maple or birch, often paired with frames and legs of wrought iron; the cabinets are traditionally scaled; the seating pieces have historic antecedents such as the Windsor chair — his mid-century modern work has warmth and presence.
You could call the Massachusetts-born McCobb a man of parts. As a furniture designer, his work combined the attributes of many of his now better-known peers.
Like the work of Bauhaus designers such as Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Marcel Breuer, McCobb's furniture had purity of form and line. Like the designs of Florence Knoll and George Nelson and his associates, McCobb’s work was efficient and purposeful. And even like George Nakashima, he was adept at interpreting traditional forms, in particular those of chairs, for the 20th century.
More than any other designer besides Russel Wright, with his ubiquitous ceramic tableware, McCobb was arguably responsible for the introduction of modern design into middle-class American households — if for no other reason than that he designed the 1952 set for the original Today show.
McCobb, a repeat recipient of the Good Design Award from the Museum of Modern Art, also designed cohesive lines of furnishings, such as his best-known Planner Group, that gave homes an instant “look.” He designed for several companies, most notably Directional, which was home to McCobb’s Origami chair.
In 1949, in partnership with New York furniture salesman B.G. Mesberg, McCobb set up the Directional Furniture Company, a brand known to vintage mid-century modern furniture collectors everywhere. Directional opened its doors after McCobb created the high-end Directional Modern line of sofas distributed by the New York-based Modernage Company. Directional also produced designs by other legends such as Paul Evans and Vladimir Kagan.
As you can see from the offerings on 1stDibs, McCobb designs are the pin-striped suit, or the little black dress, of a decor: an essential.
Find vintage Paul McCobb credenzas, bookcases, nightstands and other furniture on 1stDibs.
Color: Brown
Creator: Paul McCobb
Paul McCobb for Widdicomb High Back Chair
By Paul McCobb
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A Classic high back chair by Paul McCobb for Widdicomb. Shaped like a tall egg with unusual turned legs this chair has a great midcentury look and is very comfortable. Reupholstered ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
Paul McCobb Dining Chairs
By Paul McCobb
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean lined midcentury dining chairs, designed by Paul McCobb, American, circa 1950s. We have 12 of these chairs available. You can buy just one or all twelve, as they are priced ind...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Brass
Paul McCobb for Directional Mahogany Bowtie Dining Chairs, Fully Restored
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional set of six Mid-Century Modern bowtie dining chairs
By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furnitiure,
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Upholstery, Mahogany
Four Leather Armchairs by Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Dallas, TX
A set of four Paul McCobb walnut armchairs with original woven leather seats.
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1950s Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Leather, Walnut
Paul McCobb Planner Group Iron and Maple Coffee Table, Newly Refinished
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern coffee table or bench
By Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture "Planner Group"
USA, 1950s
Iron frame and solid maple top, with black lacquered drawers...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Iron
Paul McCobb Mid-Century Modern Armchair Model 3049 with Tapered Splayed Legs
By Custom Craft Inc., Paul McCobb
Located in St. Louis, MO
Paul McCobb (American 1917–1969) model 3049 armchair by Custom Craft, Inc. with dowel legs shown with original black stained legs and upholstery. Price includes refinishing of legs, ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Fabric, Birch
Paul McCobb Mid Century Connoisseur Dining Chairs, Set of 4
By Paul McCobb
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul McCobb mid century Connoisseur dining chairs - Set of 4
Each chair measures 16.5 wide x 20.5 deep x 34 high with a seat height of 17.5 inches
All pieces of furniture can be ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Upholstery, Wood
Set of Six Dining Chairs Designed by Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of six dining chairs, designed by Paul McCobb for Directional, circa 1950s. This set has been completely restored in an ultra-deep brown lacquer with ivory bouclé upholstery. The...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Upholstery, Wood
Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Bowtie Walnut Dining Chairs, Set of 4
By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul McCobb for Calvin mid century bowtie walnut dining chairs - Set of 4
Each chair measures: 18.5 wide x 19 deep x 34 high, with a seat height of...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Upholstery, Walnut
T-Back Planner Group Chair by Paul McCobb for Winchendon
By Paul McCobb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Maple t-back dining chair from the Planner Group series designed by Paul McCobb and manufactured by Winchendon, Massachusetts. Very good condition. We have 8 in stock, priced separat...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Maple
Paul McCobb Modernist Maple Armchair Designed in the 1950s
By Paul McCobb
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Rarely seen armchair designed by Paul McCobb in the 1950s. Chair is constructed out of maple with a darker finish on it. The chair is in nice vintage condition with some marks in the...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Maple
Four Paul McCobb Dark Maple Spindle-Back Dining Chairs
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of four Planner Group dark maple spindle back dining chairs by Paul McCobb for Winchendon. An iconic McCobb design.
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1950s American Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Maple
Paul McCobb Planner Group Tobacco Finish Coffee Table, Bench
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Early Paul McCobb Winchendon Planner Group high Coffee Table, Bench. Bed End bench, Nightstand, 1950s. Featuring a sturdy, rectangular Black lacquered i...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Iron
Paul McCobb "Planner Group" Iron & Maple Dining Chairs for Winchendon Furniture
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paul McCobb "Planner Group" iron and maple dining chairs for Winchendon Furniture.
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Iron
Paul McCobb Mahogany and Brass Chaise Lounge
By Paul McCobb
Located in Stamford, CT
A chaise lounge, model 5018 designed by Paul McCobb for Directional, circa 1955.
upholstered in Rogers & Goffigon Fabric with brass stretcher and lacquered wood legs.
Literature...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Mahogany
Spindle Back Planner Group Chair by Paul McCobb for Winchendon, 1950s
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in La Teste De Buch, FR
Maple spindle back dining chair from the Planner Group series designed by Paul McCobb and manufactured by Winchendon, Massachusetts. Very good condition with a fantastic patina.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Maple
Paul McCobb Spindle Back Dining or Desk Chair for Planner Group
By Paul McCobb
Located in St. Louis, MO
Single Paul McCobb for Planner Group dining chairs refinished in dark espresso finish.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Birch
Paul McCobb Planner Group Iron Base Stool or Side Table
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
A newly refinished planner group iron base stool or side table
By Paul McCobb
USA, 1970s
Maple and iron
Measures: 20" W x 20" D x 13.75" H...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Iron
Paul McCobb Lounge Chair
By Paul McCobb
Located in Chicago, IL
1950s Paul McCobb lounge chair in beautifully restored walnut and reupholstered in an Italian ivory bouclé. This chair is stunning at every angle.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Bouclé, Walnut
Newly Upholstered Wingback Sofa 1307 by Paul McCobb for Directional, US, 1950s
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in Berlin, DE
Paul McCobb sofa model 1307 for Directional features a slight winged back resting on a maple frame that gives the sofa a floating look with loose cushions on seat and back. Newly reu...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Seating
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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Maple
Mid-Century Modern Ottoman in Creations Metaphor Silk Blend Fabric, Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in New York, NY
This refined and understated ottoman were designed by Paul McCobb- one of the most celebrated and influential figures in 20th century design- in America, circa 1950. The ottoman offe...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Walnut, Upholstery
Paul McCobb Side Chairs
By Paul McCobb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paul McCobb thin brass frame side chairs (3 available).
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Seating
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Leather
Paul McCobb Directional Nº 314 Wingback Lounge Chair Ottoman Mid-Century Retro
By Paul McCobb
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Re-Upholstery required. Not usable as-is. Please ship directly to your Upholsterer, reupholstery is necessary. No woodworking necessary, the framing on chair and ottoman are tight, ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Birch
Rare Paul McCobb Symmetric Group Sofa for Widdicomb
By Paul McCobb, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Pawtucket, RI
One of Paul McCobb's final designs, this graceful floating sofa features a symmetrical silhouette on walnut legs. Manufactured by Widdicomb as part of the Symmetric Group. Recently e...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Seating
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Textile, Walnut
Set of Eight Stained Maple Dining Chairs by Paul McCobb for Perimeter
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of eight stained maple dining chairs designed by Paul McCobb for his Perimeter Group and manufactured by Winchendon Furniture (circa 1957). Shapely backrests and long tapered leg...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Leather, Maple
1950s Paul McCobb Dr. No Tall Windsor Chair Rustic Farmhouse Boho Abstract Chic
By O'Hearn Furniture 1, Paul McCobb
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderful and rare example of this early McCobb design in original unaltered tobacco finish. Small remnants of original label remains.
Measure: Seat H 17.5 in. / arm H 27 in.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Birch
Set of Five Different Paul McCobb Planner Group Chairs for Winchendon
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in Berlin, DE
Curated set of five chairs by Paul McCobb planner group for Wichendon.
Chairs are in good condition with a vintage patina. All chairs are recently glued.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Iron
Pair Vintage Modern Paul McCobb Dining Chairs
By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish pair of Paul McCobb dining chairs feature's sculpted walnut frames with contoured seat backs and tapered legs. Rich original finish is the perfect compliment to Mid-Cent...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Walnut
Set of Four Irwin Collection Dining Chairs by Paul McCobb for Directional
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Belmont, MA
Four caned back chairs designed by Paul McCobb for Directional with new red wool high-quality upholstery.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Brass
Vintage Paul McCobb Two-Tone Planner Chairs, PAIR
By Paul McCobb
Located in East Hampton, NY
Beautifully lacquered in two tones, white and natural wood in brown stain. We have a second similar pair of McCobb chairs that can make a lovely set of ...
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1950s American Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Maple
Pair of Paul McCobb High Back Club Chairs or Slipper Chairs
By Paul McCobb
Located in Westport, CT
Pair of Paul McCobb high back club chairs unusual sleek design, leg in walnut color, covered in off white nub Fabric with button tufts. Measures:...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Seating
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Fabric, Foam, Walnut
Four Paul McCobb Winchendon Open Back Dining Chairs
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in Chicago, IL
Rarely offered set of four Paul McCobb for Winchendon maple dining chairs with open back and large curved top rail. Free of ornamentation, the clean lined shape is only broken up by ...
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1950s American Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Maple
Vintage Paul McCobb Two-Toned Planner Chairs, PAIR
By Paul McCobb
Located in East Hampton, NY
This is a pair of two-toned, white and brown stained wood, Planner chairs designed by Paul McCobb. There is a second pair of McCobb chairs in similar two-tone that would complement b...
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1950s American Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Maple
Original Paul McCobb High Back Lounge Chair
By Paul McCobb
Located in Chicago, IL
Original Paul McCobb lounge chair in umber, gray and taupe striped loose weave wool upholstery and long tapered maple legs. Great front view as well as profile with M-shaped back and...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Maple, Wood, Wool
American Mid-Century Modern Armchair, Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Fabulous vintage armchair designed by Paul McCobb. Walnut legs and details. Re upholstery recommended. Please inquire about upholstery options....
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Seating
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Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Planner Group Dining Chairs Paul McCobb for Winchendon Set 5
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous set of five Mid-Century Modern Planner Group style #1534 dining chairs by Paul McCobb for Winchendon. Comprised of a dark walnut finished maple. They have been newly upholstered at some point in their recent past in a brown background fabric with chenille squiggly undulating lines in gold and turquoise or teal. Beautiful condition with age-appropriate wear as you would expect with vintage pieces. Two of the chair backs do have small nicks. One has been repaired. All chairs have been re-glued. We have used restore-a-finish on the original finish to bring back its original shine. Please see photos. Circa 1949-1964.
Simply Amazing!! What a fabulous set of five Mid-Century Modern dining chairs! They are part of the Planner Group for Winchendon designed by internationally known and revered designer Paul McCobb. They are style number 1534, and they are comprised of a beautiful maple frame with a dark walnut finish. The foam seats are covered in a brown chenille fabric with raised fiber squiggly undulating lines in colors of gold and turquoise or maybe its teal. The fabric is so awesome it reminds us of a comfy chenille bedspread...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Seating
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Fabric, Maple
Predictor Group Lounge / Easy Chair by Paul McCobb, 1950s
By Paul McCobb
Located in Kensington, MD
Paul McCobb for O’Hearn Furniture Predictor Group Arm Chair from the early 1950s.
Modernist interpretation of the classic Windsor chair has a back with vertical spindles.
Has its ori...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Seating
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Ebony, Walnut
Paul McCobb Lounge Chair Model 302 and Matching Ottoman by Directional
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1960s
Paul McCobb Lounge Chair Model 302 and ottoman by Directional. Chair is a nice, larger scale and clean lined though with nice detail. The back is rounded and the legs are tapered and long. The ottoman is full sized. Chair was reupholstered at some...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Linen, Hardwood
Set 4 Asian Modernist Side Dining Chairs, "PAGOTA" Designed by Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning set 4 Pagota side chairs designed by Paul McCobb. Retains original black lacquer finish. Minor wear, also retains original caning, seats recently reupholstered. Classic desi...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Fabric, Cane, Wood
Paul McCobb Lounge Chair for Calvin, 1950s
By Paul McCobb
Located in New York, NY
Iconic, single walnut chair, designed by Paul McCobb and produced by Calvin - 1950s.
Walnut frame is beautifully refinished in natural and complemented by a peacock blue linen uphol...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
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Upholstery, Walnut
Paul Mccobb seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Paul McCobb seating are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Paul McCobb seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 235 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 1 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original seating by Paul McCobb were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by Eero Saarinen, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, and Charles Eames. Prices for Paul McCobb seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $599 and can go as high as $25,995, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,865.
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- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022You can sell Paul McCobb furniture in a number of ways. Options include selling directly to someone else by advertising on social media or in the newspaper or going to a vintage furniture shop. You can also work with an auction house or choose a reputable online platform. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Paul McCobb furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The best way to identify Paul McCobb furniture is to look for the signature hallmarks of his style. He didn't sign or add a brand marker to his pieces. McCobb preferred clean, simple lines with no ornamentation. Slightly angled legs and boxy drawers and chair backs are indicative of his work. On 1stDibs, find a variety of expertly vetted Paul McCobb furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To refinish Paul McCobb furniture, start by stripping away the old finish with a chemical stripper. Then, use a fine wire brush and steel wool to remove any lingering chemicals. Sand every surface and apply a wood conditioner. Finally, apply three to five coats of lacquer. Find a collection of Paul McCobb furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022In most cases, Paul McCobb used a natural lacquer wood finish. In doing so, he emphasized the natural color and grain of the hardwoods used to build his tables, desks, cabinets and other furniture. Shop a collection of Paul McCobb on 1stDibs.
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